Bachelor of Asian Studies
The Australian National University (ANU)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Undergraduate
CRICOS: 00120C
Australia is increasingly looking to Asia - strategically, economically, politically, and culturally - and all eyes are on the graduates of tomorrow to take us there. Watch our video to find out how this degree will prepare you for a successful career in the Asian Century.With a Bachelor of Asian Studies you will master an Asian language, acquire in-depth contextual and regional knowledge, and graduate with the kind of Asian literacy that gets you noticed by employers.And if you love adventure, we offer you a variety of study opportunities in the region so you can experience Asia first hand. Plus we’ll provide you with funding to help get you there.
Structure
The Bachelor of Asian Studies requires completion of 144 units, of which: A maximum of 60 units may come from completion of 1000-level courses.
Subjects
- Anthropology
- Arabic
- Archaeology
- Asian History
- Asia-Pacific International Relations
- Asia-Pacific Politics
- Asia-Pacific Security Studies
- Chinese Language
- Chinese Studies
- French Language and Culture
- Hindi Language
- Indian and South Asian Studies
- Indonesian Language
- Indonesian Studies
- Japanese Language
- Japanese Linguistics
- Japanese Studies
- Korean Language
- Korean Studies
- Linguistics
- Northeast Asian Studies
- Pacific Studies
- Peace and Conflict Studies
- Sanskrit Language
- Southeast Asian Studies
- Spanish
- Thai Language
- Vietnamese Language
Standard entry requirements
- An Australian year 12 qualification or international equivalent
- OR previous higher education studies
- Or secondary education results if completed less than one full-time equivalent year (1.0 FTE) of a degree
- Or the result from a bridging or preparatory course. Or previously completed VET qualifications at AQF level 5 or higher (i.e. a Diploma or above)
- Or secondary education results if the VET qualification is not completed.
Recognition
State and Federal Government educational authorities
Study pathways
Credit will be granted for equivalent studies as appropriate at other universities or equivalent institutions. The College has flexible credit arrangements and up to 1/3 of the program (the elective sequence) may be granted as credit for prior tertiary studies.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canberra | International: $142,140 |
| No |
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Further information
This course can be taken as part of a flexible double degree which allows students to combine two Bachelor degrees of their choice. Students can build their own combination to suit both a career path and a personal passion with other degrees such as Law, Commerce and Security Studies. They may be eligible for bonus points towards their ATAR for this program.
